Model Year Differences (JDM)

JDM IS F Specs, listed by Production Dates

October 2007- August 2008
a) 5.0 Base model
Price of 7.66 million yen


September 2008 - July 2009
a) 5.0 Base model
Base price of 7.66 million yen

Changes from the previous year model include:
- changes to the design of the center cluster
- center cluster, door grips and center console decorative trim changed to black metallic

b) Blazing Terracotta Interior special edition model (from March 2009 - July 2009)
Price of 7.75 million yen

Highlights of this edition
- leather seats and other interior areas combine terra-cotta (red) and black
From: http://kirisutegomen.ti-da.net/e2353935.html

- "F" logo embossed in head rests
- Credit card size type key
- only 50 cars made


August 2009 - July 2010
a) 5.0 Base model
Price of 7.80 million yen
Colors:
From: http://kirisutegomen.ti-da.net/c158486.html


Changes from previous year model include:
- Torsen LSD added (replacing the electronically controlled open diff):
From: http://kirisutegomen.ti-da.net/c158486.html

- New factory option of new design 5 spoke 19 inch BBS made rims (zero cost option):
From: http://www.carphotos.org/2010/04/28/lexus-is-f/
- HDD Navigation standard, Map On Demand and Digital TV tuner added
- USB connector for portable audio players added into inside of console made standard
- Change to design of steering wheel
- Foldable rear headrests
- IS F exclusive credit card size key with "F" logo:
From: http://kirisutegomen.ti-da.net/e3570274.html


August 2010 - July 2011
a) 5.0 Base model yen
Price of 7.90 million yen

Changes from previous year model include:
- Changes to the suspension coil springs, bushes and shock absorbers, camber angle of rear suspension
- Larger tachometer (with digital speedometer and shift up indicator) in center of gauge console, and
- Sports mode switch placed on steering wheel:
From: http://www.autoevolution.com/news/2011-lexus-is-f-pricing-revealed-24407.html
- improved seat cushions for better fit
- optional Alcantara use on seats


August 2011 - August 2013
a) 5.0 Base model
Price of 7.95 million yen

Changes from previous year model include:
- Innovations to shock absorbers to improve driveability and stability
- Improvements in coil springs and rebound stoppers
- Optional 19 inch BBS wheels changed from 5 spoke to 7 spoke:
From http://kirisutegomen.ti-da.net/e3570274.html

- Mercury gray mica body color added:
From: http://kirisutegomen.ti-da.net/e3570274.html

- Red and black interior color scheme added:
From: http://ucar.carview.yahoo.co.jp/model/lexus/is-f/3093770723UC/

From August 2012:
- White Nova Glass Flake color added
- Sonic Silver color added
(for a total of 6 colors)


September 2013 - March 2014
a) 5.0 Base model
Price of 8.10 million yen

Changes from previous year model include:
- Carbon fiber rear spoiler
- LED front fog lamps
- "F" logo embossed on all seat headrests
- Alcantara added to door trim and center console
From: http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/download/3777575
- SRC unit system compatible with ITS system (uses voice and pictures to warn of obstacles and traffic ahead)

b) Dynamic Sports Tuning model
Price of 10.50 million yen
From: http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/download/3777594
Highlights of this special edition
- Lowered friction in engine pistons, pumps etc.
- Dynamic balancing to assembled crankshaft, conrods and pistons
- Power raised to 430 ps (316kW/6600 rpm)
- Body rigidity raised by way of new attachment methods on body openings
- Exclusive carbon fiber front spoiler/ rear diffuser to improve aerodynamics and stability
- Titanium exhaust, 7kg lighter than Base car
- Exclusive orange brake calipers with LEXUS logo
- Engine head cover with orange accents
- Carbon panel with name plate on center console and door switch base
- Exclusive color - Starlight Black Glass Flake

April 2014 - May 2014
a) 5.0 Base model
Price of 8.33 million yen

b) Dynamic Sports Tuning model
Price of 10.80 million yen

No changes, except price changes along with national income tax increase.

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